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Barbara Ann McDowra Fambro, 89, a loving mother, wife, sister, aunt, and friend, of Paris, passed away Tuesday, June 8, 2021, at Paris Regional Medical Center.

The family has scheduled a gathering on Sunday, June 20th from 2-3 p.m. at Mrs. Fambro’s home, 2345 E. Cherry Street Apt. #6. Cremation was under the care and direction of Bright-Holland Funeral Home. Mrs. Fambro, the daughter of R. A. “Rip” McDowra and Goldie Mae Carter McDowra, was born June 25, 1931, in Pattonville, Texas.

She attended East Lamar High School. In 1952, she moved to Dallas. For a number of years she was a homemaker and later worked for Methodist Hospital and at a day care. She was a member of the Church of Christ. 

Survivors include one son, Mike Bryan & wife Kyle of Arlington, grandchildren, Michael Ridge & husband Jayson, Megan Dunleavey & husband Andy, and John Bryan, great grandchildren, April, Grayson, Evynn, Meryn, Callym, Quinley, and Cole, and a step-son, Bruce Fambro & his brothers and sisters, along with many nieces & nephews and a plethora of friends.while living here and in Dallas. 

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Service for Ora Henderson

Ora Lee Henderson was born August 25, 1934. She was the 2nd of 4 children born to William and Rena Brown. 

In her early work career she worked at Saint Joseph Hospital and later at Cherry Street Annex/Manor. Her later career she worked at Jordan Laundry. After working many years she retired and enjoyed spending time with her family. 

She met and married the love of her life Cleamon Henderson, and to this union 7 children were born; Annie Bostic, William Cleamon (WC) Henderson, Mary Johnson, Irene Henderson, Luvella Henderson (deceased), Becky McGinnis, and Gerald Henderson (deceased). She was the proud grandmother of 19 grandchildren. 

Ora was baptized at an early age. She was a member of Oak Hill Baptist Church in Arthur City, Texas for many years. Preceding her death, she was attending Lamar Avenue Church of Christ where she was a dedicated member.  

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Loretta Nabors posted this today:  Today my heart is broken 😢 My oldest brother Dale Hyman passed away this morning. He had been in the hospital for 3 weeks and was getting better but it just wasn’t meant to be. Please keep me and my remaining brother Larry in your prayers as well as Dale’s wife Mary. 

 Rest In Peace Dale❤️ 

I love you Alfred Dale Hyman 10-5-53 ~ 6-2-21

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Our precious sister Ora Henderson passed away this afternoon. 

No other details are known at this time. 

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Praise at the Pavilion

 

Hispanic congregation news

Marcelino Rodriguez, the minister at the Hispanic congregation, has delivered his resignation to the elders.  He will be moving to the Walnut Church of Christ in Texarkana.
Marcelino, Elda and their boys came to Paris in 2004.
His last Sunday in Paris is July 18th and his first Sunday in Texarkana will be August 22nd. 

Memorial Day

 

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Prayer Request 5/26

Kristi Bullard sent this request for her friend Mike Harmon: 

Mike has been battling cancer is now on dialysis 3 times a week, along with his cancer treatments. He has been fighting to be able to meet his granddaughter that is to arrive in June.

Blood Drive

 

Lamar Avenue Church of Christ

Will be hosting a blood drive

 Wednesday, May 26th

from 4pm-8pm in Room 3.

PRAY

 

Prayer Request

Please stop and say a prayer for Travis and Petra Cooke.  (They are former members, he is in the military, and the son and daughter-in-law of Annetta Cooke.)  Their house burned this morning. She and the dogs got out ok and Travis was at work.  
Travis says they are ok and have insurance!

Can you help?

Last week, the Lamar County Homelessness Coalition began distributing items to the homeless and those living in poverty. This distribution occurs at the Farmer’s Market every Tuesday at noon. Below is a list of items to donate. Please bring them to the building and the office will deliver the items to United Way. Thanks!

Items to Collect/Donate:

• Granola/protein bars
• Beef jerky
• Cheese crackers
• Bottled water
• Dried fruit
• Travel size personal hygiene items
• Socks
• Sunscreen
• Mosquito spray
• Combs
• Brushes
• Ponytail holders

"Church As It Was Meant To Be"

 

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Calendar and Food Pantry

 

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Guy Wayne Cornett, age 75, passed away in a hospital in Cedar Park, Williamson County, Texas on May 12, 2021. He was born in Deport, Lamar County, Texas as Guy Wayne Bumgarner, but was adopted and reared, by loving parents, Leighton M. and Ruth M. Moore Cornett. He attended Fourth Ward Elementary School in Paris, Texas and attended Robert E Lee High School, in Tyler, Texas through his Junior year. He completed his education in the armed services.
He joined the United States Air Force at a young age where he excelled in computer intelligence and engineering, and was stationed in various locations including Germany. Upon honorable discharge, he immediately started working for Honeywell Computers, in Houston, Texas. He worked for several other companies, using his computer expertise including a civilian employee at the San Antonio Air Force Base and retired from working at the IRS Building in Austin, Texas. While visiting his parents in the summer of 1975, he met and fell in love with is soul mate, Carie Diane Mauldin, daughter of Kenneth and Kim Ann Mauldin and was married May 29, 1976, in her parents home. They made their home, wherever he was transferred for his work; California, Arizona, Florida and finally Cedar Park, Texas. Guy had several special interests. He had a pilots license and enjoyed flying private planes. He was member of the NRA, American Legion, and Ham Radio associations. He was a fisherman, a hunter, and enjoyed horses.
Guy was preceded in death by his parents, Leighton and Ruth Cornett, his grandparents; Harvey and Ada McGuire Cornett of Clarksville, Texas and Val and Roxie Jordan Moore of Lott, Texas. Survivors are his wife; Diane, his children; daughter Sherry Cornett of Truth or Consequences, New Mexico and his son, Steven Cornett of Cedar Park, Texas. Two grandchildren; Roxanne and Kenneth Jackson of Truth or Consequences, New Mexico. A sister; Debra Cornett Usry (Lloyd) of Paris, Texas, Niece and nephew Charles Leighton Usry (Barbara) of Sulphur Springs, Texas and Jillian Cornett Ingram of Burnet, Texas. Also, four great nephews and two great nieces and six great great nieces. and Aunt Francis Cornett of Austin, Texas area. Also surviving are four wonderful cousins and their spouses from Caldwell, Texas, Austin, Texas and Wills Point, Texas areas.
Visitation is scheduled for Friday, May 21, 2021, from 5 pm - 7 pm at Bright-Holland Funeral Home.. Services are scheduled for Saturday, May 22, 2021 at 2 pm at Bright-Holland Funeral Home with Dr. Mike Lawson officiating. Burial, with military honors, will follow in Cuthand Cemetery, Red River County, Texas.
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Steven Wayne Cornett, 37, passed away May 17, 2021 at Medical City Hospital in Plano, Texas. He was born with cerebral palsy, May 16, 1984, in Phoenix, Arizona. He resided in Cedar Park, Texas. Steven overcame his disabilities with a positive attitude and a desire to face any challenge that came his way. He was strong, sensitive, selfless, and a leader and inspiration to many. He had a strong moral ethic and was loved by many. Steven cared for others more than himself. His last conversation before his passing was with me (sister). He seemed to know his condition and said, "I love you. I need you. I don't want to lose you. Please forgive me." He was known for his extensive work in computers and technology. He was also skilled at math. These interests were inspired by his father at a very young age.
Five days after the passing of his father, Guy Wayne Cornett, Steven fell victim to an automobile accident in Commerce, Texas. Steven is survived by Diane Cornett of Cedar Park, Texas (mother), Sherry Cornett of Truth or Consequences, New Mexico (sister), Roxanne Jackson of Truth or Consequences, New Mexico (niece), Kenneth Jackson of Truth or Consequences, New Mexico (nephew), David Jackson of El Mirage, Arizona (Brother-in-law), Debra Cornett-Usry and family of Paris, Texas, and Sam Stockett of Truth or Consequences, NM.
Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m. Saturday, May 22nd at Bright-Holland Funeral Home with Dr. Mike Lawson officiating. Burial will follow in Cuthand Cemetery in Red River County. The family will receive friends from 5 – 7 p.m. Friday, May 21st at the funeral home.

Update on Bill Sanders - 5/19

Anne posted this update: It was a long 2 days and nights but Bill’s surgery went well and we are already back home well under the predicted 36 hours. We’re tired so hope to get some uninterrupted rest....emphasis on uninterrupted ... with hospitals bring the busy places they are. He’s already planning things to do that he doesn’t need to do yet. I’ll try my best to keep a thumb on him for at least a week. Wish me luck on that one!

Update on Bill Sanders 5/18

Bill is in recovery waiting for a room. We’ll spend tonight in the hospital and hopefully be coming back to Paris tomorrow sometime. Have not spoken with his doctor yet but I’m expecting a good report. All the prayers have been heard and felt by us. Please continue them as he recovers. God is good.

To wear or not to wear???

Lamar Avenue family,

We know there has been some confusion since our May 2 meeting at the pavilion when we stated masks were optional because we were outside. Some have thought that direction would extend to our indoor meetings as well. In light of the current situation and declining number of cases we are seeing, the elders have decided to transition to a Mask optional policy.

While masks are still recommended for those who are unvaccinated or otherwise without immunity in large indoor gatherings, we are leaving it up to individuals to make the decision of whether or not to wear a mask based on their immunity status and vulnerability. Out of our concern for those who are more vulnerable, for now we will continue to have roped off pews and ask that people continue to distance themselves between family groups.

We thank God that things are looking better and that we can progress to this point that will hopefully allow more of you to return to our assemblies. Again, if you feel unsafe or have significant concerns we urge you to continue wearing your mask and/or taking whatever steps you need to take in order to sufficiently protect yourself.

-Your elders

Prayer Request 5/16

Anne Sanders sent this message tonight:  Bill Sanders will have surgery Tuesday morning at UT Southwest. He has prostate cancer and has chosen to have the prostate removed. We are expecting to come home on Wed. afternoon. We anticipate things to go well. He/we are apprehensive but his scans show that the cancer has not spread. We've known about this for 3 months and have had to wait on the doctors to get the appointments in place. any and all prayers will be appreciated. 

Prayer Request 5/16

Anita Roden asked for prayers for her grandson Ethan Hall. He is in the hospital with heart issues.

He was a member of LACOC during his school years. 

Praise Report 5/16

Wayne Kerby was at worship service this morning!!!

The Gift of the Blessing

 

Senior Sunday

 

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Family News

 

Thank you for your service!

 

Update on Wayne Kerby - 5/10

 Becky just sent this message:  Dr. Hill says he sees NO reason to stay in the hospital.  He's answered all their questions and is ok with Dr. Hashmi being Wayne's Dr. after one more office visit.  He is not not concerned about a stress test and said unless Dr. Hashmi wants one at a later time, no need for one.
So...barring any further surprises, we will be headed to Paris soon!!

WoooHOOOO!!!!  

PRAISE THE LORD!!!!  

HALLELUJAH!

Celebrate Mom

 

Houser Services

The family of Johnny Houser celebrates his life, which ended peacefully in his home at the age of 98 with his children at his side.

Johnny served his country during WWII in the U.S. Navy from December 1942 until April 1946. He married his Pat in November 1949 and they had two children, Patti and Chris. The family moved to Tampa, Florida, in 1956, where Johnny began a successful 30 plus year career as a salesman for a national food company. In January 1957, Johnny recommitted his Christian life when he was baptized into the Church of Christ. He raised his children in the church, and later served as an elder at Manhattan Avenue Church of Christ. In 1987, Johnny and Pat moved to Paris, Texas where they became members of Lamar Avenue Church of Christ and regularly attended for many years. They remained sweethearts throughout their more than 65 years of marriage.

Johnny had a wonderful life that was filled with a passionate unconditional love for his wife, children, family, the Lord and his lifelong friends. While being protective, he continually demonstrated love for his family through actions, encouragement and verbal affirmations to them. He was a welcoming, outgoing, fun-loving, supportive and generous man, who placed the happiness and love for his family in front of his desires.

Through Jesus, Johnny’s sight has returned, his hearing is back and he is walking upright again. No more pain or suffering. In time for Mother’s Day, he is now reunited not only with Pat, but also with his Mama who died in December 1941 when he was 18 years old.

Johnny was preceded in death by his loving wife, Pat.

He is survived by daughter, Patti and husband, Dr. Craig Johnson of Tulsa, Oklahoma; son, Chris and wife, Tammy of Mansfield, Texas; four grandchildren; as well as three great-grandchildren.

The funeral will be Wednesday, May 12, at 2 p.m., at the Roden-Pryor Chapel. A concluding service with a U.S. Navy Honor Guard flag ceremony follows at Mount Olivet Cemetery, Hugo, Oklahoma.

Prayer Request Updates 5/9

• Wayne Kerby continues to be in the hospital in Dallas. His surgery last week was a success!  He should be going home this week!!
• Cynthia Hutson asks for our prayers. She is a Mama who's son will be graduating in 3 weeks and then he will be leaving for the Army next month. Love. Pride. Dread. Loss. Lonesome. 
• Mike Kennedy's cousin, Steve Pauwel, is on hospice at this time.  He has Parkinson's and dementia. He has aches and pains all over his body from being a rodeo cowboy. Mike asks for peace and comfort. 

The Gift of the Blessing

 

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Pocket Change

 

Remember these things...

 

Our Sympathy...

Our precious brother Johnny Houser passed away yesterday, May 5th.
No other details are known at this time.

Update on Wayne Kerby- Part2 5/4

Wayne is out of surgery and is doing good!!

Headed to recovery!  

Keep a watch in ICU tonight 🙏

Update on Wayne Kerby 5/4

Becky just sent this message: They just took him down We should hear something from doctor in couple hours.  Then see him again between 3-4.

Reminders

Sunday, May 9th. Our KFC Kids have met their challenge for raising money for the 2nd Annual Mother’s Day Campaign in Haiti. Now they want to challenge us adults to see what we can do! Let’s accept that challenge with gusto and give what we are able! We will hear more on May 9th.

SENIOR SUNDAY—will be May 16th. The 2021 graduates we will be honoring are:  Emma Fowler, Chris Hutson, Ashtin Stutsman, Austin Stutsman and Kinnadiee Thatcher.

Our Sympathy..

Our condolences to Bryan & Connie Hargis and their family on the passing of his mother, Alta Hargis, on Saturday.  Please keep their family in your prayers

Update on Wayne Kerby ⁵/3

Becky Kerby just sent this prayer reques for Wayne:  The anesthesiologist just called, he will be the one placing the spinal/epidural. He went thru a lot of details for tomorrow.  He said 1% of the time they get blood in the stick and when they do they have to postpone surgery.  So add that to the prayer list - no blood - clean stick 🙏❤️ !

Prayers for Wayne 4/26

 

Meals for Cheryl Bilby

Cheryl Bilby should be able to come home next week to recover from her cancer treatment. We have set up a meal schedule for her starting next Wednesday. 

If you can take her a meal, click below to be taken to the website.

I am...

 

Prayer Request 4/22

Dan Roffee's friend Pam Gregory asked for these prayers: I am in quarantine after my great niece tested positive for Covid. Now my sister, Vicki Dixon, who already has a lung disorder has tested positive! My brother, Rick Landers, who is a diabetic was also exposed along with myself! 

A number of family members and I went to watch my great niece play a double header after not getting together to watch her play in over a year.

We have no idea where she caught it... the small country school she goes to hasn't had any cases since January! Now her class & my sister's entire class is quarantined along with both baseball teams! 

I believe the Lord will hear our prayers & heal my family & the students & faculty of Cumby ISD & the students of the other team! 

Brockinton Services

Willard Doyle Brockinton, 89, of Lancaster, TX passed away April 19, 2021 at his residence surrounded by his family. He was a husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, “Uncle Bubba”, “Bapaw”, friend, Army veteran, computer data storage expert, but most of all, a Godly man who loved the Lord with all his heart, soul, and mind.
The celebration of his life will be held Saturday, April 24, 2021 at 2:00 PM at Byrum Funeral Home, Lancaster, TX. Visitation will occur one hour prior in the Byrum Chapel at 1:00 PM.
He is survived by his daughters, Lesa Brockinton Bulls and husband, Derald of Paris, TX and Tammy Brockinton, of Lancaster; grandchildren, D.J. Bulls, Jr. and wife, Meghan of Gilmer, TX, Haley Bulls Smith and husband, Dustin of Paris, TX; three great grandchildren, Mackenzie Jo Bulls of Gilmer, and Laramy and Mazie Kate Smith of Paris.
To donate in Willard’s memory, please mail a check to Camp Deer Run (note: “in memory of Willard Brockinton”) at: 1227 CR 4590 / Winnsboro, TX 75494. Or you can give securely online at CampDeerRun.com. Click the green donate button and note that it is in memory of Willard Brockinton.

The sweetest time...

 

Our Sympathy...

 Please keep the Bulls family in your prayers! Lesa's father, Willard Brockinton, passed away earlier this afternoon. No other details are known at this time.

The angels were singing...

We were blessed this Sunday to witness the baptism of Cody Stevens. Cody is the son of Chris & Chancey Stevens. We are so proud of Cody and his decision to begin his life in Christ.

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Update on Willard Brockinton 4/14

Derald Bulls sent this message tonight:  Lesa's Dad was discharged from Charlton Methodist hospital this evening. 

He will be receive hospice care with Kindred. Please pray for all of us as we transition through this difficult time! He turned 89 in February. 

If anyone would like to drop him a card, his address is 914 Sycamore, Lancaster TX 75146. 

Prayer Request - 4/14

Charles Richards sent this message:  My wife, Barbara, has been in fairly intensive pain the past several days.
Monday, she had an appointment with her doctor, who thought she had appendicitis. However, a CT scan later in the day showed it to be a hernia on her right abdomen.
She is scheduled for laparoscopic surgery at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Paris Regional Medical Center.
She was told should probably be released a few hours later to recuperate at home. Recovery is usually four weeks.

Update on Willard Brockinton - 4/14

Lesa Bulls sent this message:  Finally COVID test negative!! Moving to a regular room and he may be discharged late this afternoon!!!

Update on Willard Brockinton 4/13

Lesa Bulls sent this message:  House supervisor took care of everything! We have heard from every nurse on each shift! He may not have the procedure it may complicate everything else. He has so many pieces that fit in his health puzzle

Update on Willard Brockinton - Part 2 4/12

Lisa Bulls just sent this revised update!!

Just got a call from Dr. O his admitting doctor, he does not have an active infection, he does have antibodies showing up as positive, he will be moving back to a different room, not sure when. He said they were still working him up because his blood pressure was low he developed some sepsis, being dehydrated there is an infection somewhere, there is a lesion on his right kidney. He will be in contact with infectious disease dr & other docs..

Prayer Request 4/12

Barbara Richards has been in intensive pain the last couple of days. Her doctor had suspected appendicitis, but X-rays at an imaging center this afternoon determined she has a "fatty abdominal hernia" 7 centimeters (2.75 inches) wide that needs to be dealt with by surgery. She has a 3 p.m. appointment tomorrow with Dr. Michael Brown, a general surgeon in Paris, and learn the surgery details at that time. Prayerful that everything goes well.

Update on Willard Brockinton - 4/12

Lesa Bulls just sent this message:  Daddy tested positive for COVID!!! He had to be moved to another room, and they didn’t call to inform us he was being moved or that he tested positive! They aren't sure when the biopsy will be done now.

Update on Cheryl Bilby - 4/12

Cheryl posted this update: Transplant was on March 23 & went well. Had a lot of heart issues due to the strong chemo I was taking. Got out of hospital after 3 weeks & 2 days & went to our son’s in North Richland Hills to stay close to Dr in Dallas. I see Dr each Monday & Thursday until I get stronger, which I hope is soon. Once I get better I’ll be able to go back to Paris! Anxious to sleep in my own bed!! Thanks for all prayers & support!

Prayers & Updates 4/11

• James Hanley traveled to Waco this week and picked up a new bus for LACOC! It is beautiful!! James also spent Wednesday thru Friday in the hospital have some tests run.
• Derald and Lesa Bulls were with her Dad, Williard Brockinton today. He's having serious health issues.
• Ora Henderson will start chemo treatments this week for breast cancer. 
• Dorothy Hamil was at church today!! She looked beautiful!

Updates:

• On April 25 at 3pm Chris Hutson will be honored with a Celebration of his Eagle Scout honors. The program will be in the auditorium and a reception in the Out Reach Bldg.
• Sunday, May 2, we will meet back out at the Civic Center Pavilion.  There will be more info coming soon.
• Wednesday, May 5, Randy will begin an adult class in the auditorium.

Be The Blessing

 

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Prayer Requests - 4/9

Debra Usry has requested these specific prayers:

• Our daughter, Jillian is in county jail and will be going to SAFP, which is a drug rehab prison facility. They are just waiting for TDCJ to come pick her up.
• CPS has placed our granddaughter Carle’s daughters age 5 and age 2 in our care for an indefinite time.
• Also, my friend, Susan Smith and her family in your prayers. Susan is a clergy in the Kairos Outside East Texas ministry that I work with. Her son Tim, was killed in the mass shooting at the cabinet shop in Bryan, Texas yesterday.

Prayer Request - 4/8

Lesa Bulls' Dad, Willard Brockinton, finally has an appointment for his biopsy, on Monday at 12:00.  Please pray that all goes smoothly and they get good news from the report!

Do you have pictures??

We need your help. We are trying to gather pictures of "family generations" that have attended Camp Deer Run... you, your kids, the grandparents, etc. If you have any pics you could share of your family, please send to lamaravenuechurch@gmail.com or drop by the office and we can scan them. (by April 8th) We would really appreciate it!

What an honor!!!

Congratulation Chris Hutson! Eagle Scout is a wonderful achievement.

You are invited to Christopher Hutson's Eagle Scout Court of Honor on Sunday, April 25th @ 3 pm here at the church.

Prayer Request 4/4

Lesa Bulls sent this message:  Please put my Daddy on the prayer list, Willard Brockinton. He went to ER, but they released him. Will have biopsy of a golf-ball size mass on his side under arm. Also, multiple other health issues going on. Thanks!

He has risen!

He is RISEN!!!,